JAD Global Tour Project 2026
Undisclosed secret place in Peru we may or may not be visiting
Hello JADers! Welcome to our new cult!
We've all heard the saying a million times, "You can't skin a lion without the courage of at least a hundred mice", but now, as families, we have carved out some time to create the opportunity to truly explore the meaning of those profound words. This is an adventure about sticking it to the man, paddling up proverbial streams, and being extremely spontaneous... getting lost in the moment with no planning, ever. So we've created an itinerary to be able to divert from as much or as little as our appetite for said spontaneity dictates in any given moment.
Hi!! My name is Owen, and I look forward to guiding this experience. I am making a hand motion for this picture that symbolizes how dynamic, fun, and outgoing I am, so that you, as attendees of Jad fest 2026, feel comfortable with my planning processes.
What is included:
We will have things to do!
Stuff to look at!
Bonus: 80% More. Guaranteed.
Plus: The rumours are true, bus rides, beach visits and even some laughs.
*Exact amount of laughs may vary from day to day and are not part of the Jad-fest Gold Guarantee. Talk to your doctor if you have problems laughing or think you laugh at things that aren't funny.
March 13
Dargatz family arrives in Lima.
Settle in to Bolognesi House.
4:00-4:15
Snack.
4:16 - 4:18
Kids' time for number ones and/or twos
The rest of the evening is free time
March 15
Alvarez family arrives in Lima: 2:30 PM
The Peruvian Jaime will pick you up at the airport. (Yes, I found a Peruvian Jaime driver to stay consistent with our foundational Culture Chalk values)
Dargatz family will check into Casa Azul and wait there to welcome!
Jaime's number:
+51 946-056-841
The drive will cost 100 soles. (Includes tip)
Casa Azul address:
415 Ramón Zavala, Miraflores
If time permits, walk to Miraflores Food Court for dinner
March 16
Judays arrive. 8:30 PM - FLight # 385
Jaime picks up the Judays.
Jaime's number:
+51 946-056-841
Drive will cost 100 soles. (Includes tip)
Casa Azul address:
415 Ramon Zavala, Miraflores
Official start of JAD-fest.
Guest speakers include Daniel Juday, from Space Creators, who will give us some comforting words of welcome to open the convention over a Pisco Sour, Peru's signature adult beverage, at an unplanned location.
March 17
7:00
Pack towels, swimsuits, and clothes to take with us to surf class right after breakfast.
7:30
Walk along Malecon (sea wall) and talk about our favourite things to talk about and not talk about our least favourite things to talk about.
8:15 am
Breakfast at Tanta in Larco Mar
9:30
Take cabs to Beach for surf lessons at 10:00
Restaurante Rosa Nautica is right beside our surf kiosk.
Instructor's name: William
Noon
Head back to Casa Azul for showers
Afternoon
Bum around
Dinner at a special restaurant serving traditional Peruvian food
Evening
Barranco district
Gelato
March 18
Breakfast from El beso frances
Crepes, coffee overlooking the Ocean
Historic City Centre
For those interested, the Catacombs under the basilica offer quite a tour.
Great food in the City
Vegetarian recommendations
Palta Rellena
Papa a la Huancaina
Choclo con Queso
Visit Parque Kennedy for memorable cat moments.
Final Lima Gelato moment at Helarte
March 19
Morning Bike Ride on El Malecon
Shuttle arrives at our apartment at 10:00 am to take us to PARACAS!
"Transporte Express Juvasa"
+51 981-370-909
Paracas accommodation address:
Nuevo Paracas Apartment
Condominnio Sotavento Km 18, Lado Oeste, Carretera Pisco Paracas.
Settle into Apartment, build sandcastles, swim in Ocean.
March 20
Options:
HUACACHINA DAY TRIP
Huacachina is approximately a one-hour drive from our accommodations, and we could get there, enjoy some sandboarding, walk the dunes, and eat good food.
LAZY DAY ON THE BEACH
Just chill close to home, enjoy one another's company.
ISLAS BALLESTA BOAT TOUR
Checking out the incredible marine life of Paracas National Park
March 21
Options:
Huacachina is approximately a one-hour drive from our accommodations, and we could get there, enjoy some sandboarding, walk the dunes, and eat good food.
LAZY DAY ON THE BEACH
Just chill close to home, enjoy one another's company.
Checking out the incredible marine life of Paracas National Park
MUST BE AT ICA BUS STATION BY
9:00 PM TO BOARD TO AREQUIPA.
Cruz del Sur Confort Suite 180'
BUS BINGO
March 22
10:30 am
Arrival at La Ciudad Blanca, Arequipa
Drop bags off at Airbnb
Address: Calle Palacio Viejo 125
Lunch at Sol de Mayo
Walk across the Bolognesi bridge to City Centre and explore.
Visit the artisan Market at San Fransisco Cathedral square
Dinner at "El Turko"
March 23
Options:
(Take public transit to the countryside)
An Owen guided walking city-tour
March 24
Idea:
Colca Canyon day-trip or stay in Chivay one night while up there and visit Canyon and Hot Springs.
March 25
IF COLCA CANYON HAPPENED THE DAY PRIOR...
Then this day starts with a dip at the
Otherwise, we have options.
Market visits
"Siglo XX" Black Market shopping
LAST SUPPER AS A GROUP
March 26
Option:
Visit the camp Owen's parents founded.
Horses, archery, beautiful landscapes, racket sports and swimming pool.
(Will check about this, I understand most will probably want to stay put and just enjoy one last day in Arequipa but, if I go, kids that want to join are welcome)
Judays - FLIGHT OUT TO LIMA AT 5:10
March 27
JAD-FEST 2026 Closing Ceremoies
Hugs
Taxis to airport
Flights to Lima, Cusco...
The end.
CLOTHES PACK LIST
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9-10 Pairs socks and underwear
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Rain Jacket
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2 Pants
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3 pairs of shorts
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5 shirts/tops
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Toiletries, brush, hair elastics
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Swimwear
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Sandals -hiking type recommended for versatility
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Sport Bras
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Base layer of thermo-wear
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Sweater
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Walking shoes
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Earplugs and headphones
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